Strategic Systems Engineer

KBR•El Segundo, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities. This position supports advanced Department of Defense satellite communications and space systems programs, offering technical and programmatic leadership for acquisition planning, requirements development, systems engineering, stakeholder coordination, and strategic modernization efforts across protected SATCOM and NC3-related architectures. The role involves supporting the United States Space Force’s (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) in acquiring state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems. The work environment is highly collaborative, utilizing modern tools and methodologies to integrate complex space and ground communications systems.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience supporting DoD, Space Force, Air Force, Navy, or related acquisition programs
Experience with systems engineering and technical baseline management
Experience supporting satellite communications (SATCOM) space systems, ground systems, or terminal systems
Experience supporting Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), Protected SATCOM, NC3, GPS, PNT, or MILSATCOM program space, ground, or terminal systems
Experience leading or participating in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Familiarity with acquisition lifecycle processes and DoD acquisition regulations
Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders across government and industry organizations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), Protected SATCOM, NC3, GPS, PNT, or MILSATCOM programs
Experience developing Concepts of Operations (CONOPS)
Experience supporting modernization initiatives and technology insertion efforts
Experience conducting technical trade studies and architecture evaluations
Experience working with international partners and joint-service organizations
Veteran, military officer, or government acquisition experience
Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, or equivalent field
Certifications, such INCOSE CSEP or ESEP

Responsibilities

Lead systems engineering and acquisition activities supporting Strategic SATCOM, NC3, and enterprise space systems.
Develop and evaluate architecture concepts, technical baselines, requirements, and modernization strategies.
Conduct system trade studies and technical assessments evaluating cost, schedule, performance, and risk impacts.
Support development of acquisition strategies, program plans, and requirements documentation.
Coordinate with government agencies, operational users, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure mission alignment.
Facilitate technical working groups, integrated product teams, and cross-functional engineering reviews.
Support CONOPS development, operational analyses, and mission planning efforts.
Track program risks, opportunities, schedules, and technical performance measures.
Assist with executive-level communications, decision briefings, and stakeholder engagement activities.
Support digital engineering, knowledge management, and data management initiatives across program offices.
Provide support during technical reviews, milestone events, and acquisition decision activities.